Episodes

Dec. 30, 2020

8 - Entrepreneur Mindset - Interview with Alban Selami of Shqipful

In this episode we discuss what it takes to have an entrepreneurial mindset. Changing your strategy in a dime. Understanding when to quit. Stoicism. Etc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/messag...
Dec. 21, 2020

7 - Choosing the right Coffee Supplier (Part 2) Interview with Travis Vaughn of La Colombe Coffee

We talk about what to look for in Suppliers. The future of coffee consumption and the local Washington DC coffee scene. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/message Support this podcast: https://anc...
Dec. 14, 2020

6 - Choosing Coffee Suppliers with Travis Vaughn of La Colombe (Part 1)

Travis and I talk about choosing suppliers. What to look for. What consumers are looking for in the coffee experience. We also discuss coffee scene in DC. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/messa...
Dec. 8, 2020

5 - Culture, innovation, product launch & pricing tricks at Cafe Chocolat

Interview with my long-time employees Derek James and Gabriel Falk. A trip down memory lane about what worked and what didn’t work. We also talk about some pricing tricks I played there. --- Send in a voice message: https...
Dec. 3, 2020

4 - Know thyself and thy customer

In this episode I talk a bit about Branding and how it relates to everything that you do. I focus on the importance of understanding the consumer journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/messa...
Dec. 1, 2020

3 - Your business is not your baby!

We talk about setting up systems in place, so that you can better manage your time and what’s important to you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/r...
Nov. 28, 2020

2 - Why this? Why now? Why you?

This episode is designed to discourage anyone from starting a coffee shop! You should thank me for doing you a great service! Your family should thank me for crushing your coffee dreams! ...but remember; weak hands fold first...
Nov. 26, 2020

1 - Q & A on Cafe Chocolat

How did I start Cafe Chocolat? What are some important things to think about when starting a coffee shop? How much time? How much money does it take? These and more in this episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://an...
Nov. 26, 2020

Trailer - How to Start Your Own Coffee Shop

Quick Intro in what this podcast is all about. START HERE. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ristrettotime/support